Company: Pakistan Railways
Location: Pakistan Railways Headquarters Empress Road, Lahore
Type: Contract
Published Date: Jan 08, 2026
Last Date: Jan 28, 2026
Pakistan Railways Headquarters, Lahore, has announced new contract-based job opportunities for retired technical and supervisory staff in its Carriage & Wagon and Mechanical Loco Departments. This hiring initiative aims to re-engage experienced and skilled former employees to strengthen operational efficiency across the railway system.
A total of 100 contract vacancies (50 in each department) are available in BPS-06 to BPS-14, including positions such as Chargeman, Sub Engineer, Foreman, TXR, Mistry, and Skilled Technicians. These positions are offered on a one-year renewable contract basis and are strictly for retired Pakistan Railways employees who retired at the age of 60 and are below 62 years of age at the time of application.
Eligible candidates must submit their applications to the Chief Personnel Officer, Pakistan Railways Headquarters, Lahore, within 20 days of the advertisement’s publication (by 28 January 2026).
Organization: Pakistan Railways
Job Type: Contract (Re-engagement of Retired Staff)
Total Vacancies: 100
Departments:
Carriage & Wagon (50 posts)
Mechanical Loco (50 posts)
Pay Scale: BPS-06 to BPS-14
Duty Station: Anywhere in Pakistan Railways System
Contract Duration: 1 year (extendable based on performance & requirement)
Only retired employees of Pakistan Railways
Must have retired at the age of 60
Maximum age: 62 years
Employees who were:
Compulsorily removed
Dismissed from service
Retired on medical grounds
Supervisory / Technical Posts:
DAE (Mechanical / Electrical / Diesel) or equivalent
Artisan / Skilled Worker Posts:
Middle pass with proven technical experience
Experience Requirement:
10 to 20 years of relevant field experience, depending on the position
| Job Title | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| TXR / Grade-III | 14 | 04 |
| Foreman / Grade-I | 14 | 04 |
| TXR / Grade-II | 12 | 06 |
| Sub Engineer-II / Senior Chargeman | 12 | 08 |
| Mistry | 09 | 10 |
| Skilled Workers (Fitter, Coach Builder, Welder) | 06 | 18 |
| Job Title | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Foreman / Grade-I & Electrical Foreman (Diesel) | 14 | 07 |
| AFO / Senior Chargeman / AEFO Diesel / FIC | 12 | 10 |
| JCM & SEE Diesel | 11 | 05 |
| Mistry (Mechanical & Electrical Diesel) | 09 | 10 |
| Skilled Wireman / Fitter (Diesel & Mechanical) | 06 | 18 |
Contract Period:
Initially one year, extendable for another year if required
Salary Package:
Pay will be drawn according to last pay drawn in the respective BPS (06–14)
Plus admissible allowances
Medical Fitness:
Mandatory medical examination at a Pakistan Railways Hospital
Posting:
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan
Submit a typed application along with a complete biodata at Pakistan Railways Headquarters Empress Road, Lahore
Attested copies of:
Educational certificates
CNIC
Railway Retired ID / Experience Certificate
PPO photocopy
LPC photocopy
Service Certificate
3 passport-size photographs
3 postal envelopes
Rs. 1,000/-
Deposit at any C.C.T Cash Office or Station Master / Booking Office
Attach original money receipt (M.R) with application
Chief Personnel Officer
Pakistan Railways Headquarters
Empress Road, Lahore
📌 Within 20 days of advertisement publication
📅 Last Date: 28 January 2026
These positions provide retired professionals an opportunity to continue serving Pakistan Railways, utilize decades of technical expertise, and earn competitive compensation under a structured contract system.
👉 Eligible retired staff are encouraged to apply promptly before the deadline.